Bredl’s Python
Bredl’s python is a non-poisonous python species occurring in Australia. The species is nocturnal. At present, there are no recognized subspecies of this species.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Subphylum | Vertebrata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Squamata |
Suborder | Serpentes |
Family | Pythonidae |
Genus | Morelia |
Scientific Name | Morelia bredli |
Other Names | Centralian Python, Centralian Carpet Python, Bredl’s Carpet Python, Central Australian Bredl’s Carpet Python, Central Australian Carpet Python, Central Bredl’s Carpet Python |
Length | Around 3 m or slightly longer |
Color | Brown to reddish ground color with variable pale patterns; yellowish to pale cream belly |
Distribution | Southern Northern Territory (Australia) |
Habitat | Arid desert areas, rocky outcrops |
Diet | Mice, rats |
Hibernation Fact | Undergoes hibernation |
Venom Fact | Nonvenomous |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | 12 to 50 eggs |
Average Lifespan | 20 to 30 years |